The Rice Leadership Development Program application period is now underway. The program provides future leaders a comprehensive review of the rice industry, emphasizing personal development and communication skills.

To be eligible for the Rice Leadership Development Program applicants must derive their primary livelihood as rice producers or from a rice industry-related profession or firm, including rice mills, rice product marketers, sales officials, suppliers, dryers, extension services, research facilities, etc. Participants from the industry-related category must serve the rice industry in their primary job responsibility. Applicants must be between the ages of 25 to 45 at the time of application.

The deadline to complete and submit your application is September 6. Click here to submit your application.

For more information, please contact Program Director Steve Linscombe.

The Rice Leadership Development Program is funded by grants from American Commodity Company, John Deere Company and RiceTec Inc.